PSY-470 Topic 1 Benchmark: Models of Abnormality Matrix
Part 1: In a total of 1,000-1,250 words (or 250-350 words per column) identify and explain:
1. Each of the six models of abnormality (biological, psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral, humanistic-existential,
sociocultural (family-social and multicultural), and the developmental psychopathology perspective).
2. Provide specific and current examples to demonstrate the application and treatment of each.
Part 2: Answer the summary question (150-250 words).
Part 1
Use the GCU Library databases and include two to four scholarly sources from the GCU library to support your claims. In addition to
the scholarly resources from the library, you can include past classroom materials as well as your textbook as additional reference
material. References and in-text citations must be in APA style; however, the worksheet should be single spaced. Please single space
with the exception of the in-text citations and references.
Interpersonal Therapy 1. Biological 2. Psychodynamic 3. Cognitive Behavioral
(example)
Cause of Interpersonal therapy is based on Mental disorders are caused Psychodynamic treatment is Cognitive behavior therapy
Dysfunction the premise that dysfunctions in by abnormal processes in based on the concept that is based on the idea that
interpersonal relationships are
(How does this significant factors in the onset of the brain and body caused unconscious connections disordered cognitive
model view the mental health disorders, as well by chemical and between psychological processes and
cause of likely outcomes of mental health bioelectrical systems (Comer elements impact all human counterproductive actions
dysfunction?) disorders (Rahioui et al., 2015). In & Comer, 2021). Theories functioning and behavior cause the development of
this view, dysfunction in
interpersonal relationships has a connect abnormal behaviors (Comer & Comer, 2021). mental diseases.
direct effect on the patient’s ability to a faulty physical part, Conflict between Dysfunctional thinking,
to cope with stressors, and the particularly the brain (Comer psychological aspects results memory, and anticipation
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, Interpersonal Therapy 1. Biological 2. Psychodynamic 3. Cognitive Behavioral
(example)
problematic relationship becomes in abnormal emotions,
an additional source of stress, behaviors, and mental correlate to mental disorders
exacerbating the mental health & Comer, 2021).
problem. processes (Comer & Comer, (Comer & Comer, 2021).
2021).
One of the primary therapeutic Drug treatment is used as a
techniques in IPT is the formation therapy, showing a
of the therapeutic alliance; which
is seen as a key element of change. therapeutic approach (Comer
Once the therapeutic alliance has & Comer, 2021). The most
been established, the therapist often utilized drugs are those Free association is one of the
views themselves as an ally that relieve depression. therapeutic strategies in this
(Rahioui et al., 2015) who works in
collaboration with the patient to
Mood stabilizers are used in concept. In this situation, the Applied behavioral analysis
develop (or improve) social bipolar disorder. Anxiolytics patient initiates and leads the is an essential strategy in
Key Therapy
support systems; reduce stress help to relieve anxiety and discussion by articulating CBT (Cognitive Behavioral
Technique (particularly interpersonal stress); tension. Finally, the sensations, imagery, and Therapy) (Comer & Comer,
(Describe one process difficult emotions; and antipsychotics help to thoughts that come to mind. 2021). The link between
or two key improve the patient’s interpersonal
skills (Lipsitz & Markowitz, 2013). control delusions, Therapist interpretation is conduct and the environment
therapy
hallucinations, and another psychodynamic is examined, and behavior is
techniques
confusion. Brain stimulation treatment strategy. The adjusted to be socially
used in this
is also employed. This therapist listens to the acceptable (Comer &
model.)
method primarily employs patient's conversation and Comer, 2021).
electroconvulsive treatment. gives them feedback
The current used in ECT (Comer & Comer, 2021).
generates convulsions,
which leads to psychological
recovery (Comer & Comer,
2021).
Goal of The primary goal of IPT therapy is “Biological therapy seeks to The goal of therapy is to CBT's primary objective is to
reduce dysfunctional symptoms by
Therapy resolving interpersonal conflicts in influence the brain in a way determine any past minimize dysfunctional
(What is a patient’s life; this is facilitated by that eases symptoms of traumas that led to the symptoms by assisting
the patient's
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Part 1: In a total of 1,000-1,250 words (or 250-350 words per column) identify and explain:
1. Each of the six models of abnormality (biological, psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral, humanistic-existential,
sociocultural (family-social and multicultural), and the developmental psychopathology perspective).
2. Provide specific and current examples to demonstrate the application and treatment of each.
Part 2: Answer the summary question (150-250 words).
Part 1
Use the GCU Library databases and include two to four scholarly sources from the GCU library to support your claims. In addition to
the scholarly resources from the library, you can include past classroom materials as well as your textbook as additional reference
material. References and in-text citations must be in APA style; however, the worksheet should be single spaced. Please single space
with the exception of the in-text citations and references.
Interpersonal Therapy 1. Biological 2. Psychodynamic 3. Cognitive Behavioral
(example)
Cause of Interpersonal therapy is based on Mental disorders are caused Psychodynamic treatment is Cognitive behavior therapy
Dysfunction the premise that dysfunctions in by abnormal processes in based on the concept that is based on the idea that
interpersonal relationships are
(How does this significant factors in the onset of the brain and body caused unconscious connections disordered cognitive
model view the mental health disorders, as well by chemical and between psychological processes and
cause of likely outcomes of mental health bioelectrical systems (Comer elements impact all human counterproductive actions
dysfunction?) disorders (Rahioui et al., 2015). In & Comer, 2021). Theories functioning and behavior cause the development of
this view, dysfunction in
interpersonal relationships has a connect abnormal behaviors (Comer & Comer, 2021). mental diseases.
direct effect on the patient’s ability to a faulty physical part, Conflict between Dysfunctional thinking,
to cope with stressors, and the particularly the brain (Comer psychological aspects results memory, and anticipation
© 2024. Grand Canyon University. All Rights Reserved.
, Interpersonal Therapy 1. Biological 2. Psychodynamic 3. Cognitive Behavioral
(example)
problematic relationship becomes in abnormal emotions,
an additional source of stress, behaviors, and mental correlate to mental disorders
exacerbating the mental health & Comer, 2021).
problem. processes (Comer & Comer, (Comer & Comer, 2021).
2021).
One of the primary therapeutic Drug treatment is used as a
techniques in IPT is the formation therapy, showing a
of the therapeutic alliance; which
is seen as a key element of change. therapeutic approach (Comer
Once the therapeutic alliance has & Comer, 2021). The most
been established, the therapist often utilized drugs are those Free association is one of the
views themselves as an ally that relieve depression. therapeutic strategies in this
(Rahioui et al., 2015) who works in
collaboration with the patient to
Mood stabilizers are used in concept. In this situation, the Applied behavioral analysis
develop (or improve) social bipolar disorder. Anxiolytics patient initiates and leads the is an essential strategy in
Key Therapy
support systems; reduce stress help to relieve anxiety and discussion by articulating CBT (Cognitive Behavioral
Technique (particularly interpersonal stress); tension. Finally, the sensations, imagery, and Therapy) (Comer & Comer,
(Describe one process difficult emotions; and antipsychotics help to thoughts that come to mind. 2021). The link between
or two key improve the patient’s interpersonal
skills (Lipsitz & Markowitz, 2013). control delusions, Therapist interpretation is conduct and the environment
therapy
hallucinations, and another psychodynamic is examined, and behavior is
techniques
confusion. Brain stimulation treatment strategy. The adjusted to be socially
used in this
is also employed. This therapist listens to the acceptable (Comer &
model.)
method primarily employs patient's conversation and Comer, 2021).
electroconvulsive treatment. gives them feedback
The current used in ECT (Comer & Comer, 2021).
generates convulsions,
which leads to psychological
recovery (Comer & Comer,
2021).
Goal of The primary goal of IPT therapy is “Biological therapy seeks to The goal of therapy is to CBT's primary objective is to
reduce dysfunctional symptoms by
Therapy resolving interpersonal conflicts in influence the brain in a way determine any past minimize dysfunctional
(What is a patient’s life; this is facilitated by that eases symptoms of traumas that led to the symptoms by assisting
the patient's
© 2024. Grand Canyon University. All Rights Reserved.
